OJ Simpson, Fallen Football Hero Acquitted of Murder, Dies at 76
Updated 2:04 PM PDT April 11, 2024
OJ Simpson, the former football star and actor, has passed away at the age of 76. Simpson was acquitted of the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman, in what became known as the "Trial of the Century."
Simpson was accused of murdering Brown Simpson and Goldman in 1994. The trial was highly publicized and drew worldwide attention. Simpson was ultimately acquitted of the charges, but he was later found liable for their deaths in a civil lawsuit.
Simpson's death comes after years of legal and financial troubles. He was declared bankrupt in 2008 and served time in prison for armed robbery in 2007. In recent years, Simpson had been living a quiet life in Las Vegas.
Simpson's passing marks the end of a tumultuous chapter in American history. The "Trial of the Century" captivated the nation and raised questions about race, celebrity, and justice.
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